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One Last Column of Wisdom

By Colette-Janae Buck, Chief Copy Editor

June 1, 2017

I’ve tried to refrain from addressing a topic such as this one, but as this is my last contribution to the Style Nest column, I thought why the hell not. Let’s ring in the end of the school year with a little more of a serious note and explore an overly talked about but always important topic in the world of beauty and fashion: body confidence. It’s a subject that you s...

Changing Perspective: A walk on the alternative side

May 25, 2017

Fashion is about pushing boundaries, inspiring new ideas and creating works of art that individuals can wear. In the fashion world, we tend to stick to the ...

Get a taste of the dystopian future with the ever so practical “techwear” trend

May 18, 2017

If you search for techwear on Google, the collage of images that pop up make you feel as though you’re staring to a void or portal of a not-too-far-off ...

Do yourself a favor and get a pedicure, you’ll thank me later

May 11, 2017

The stigma that surrounds men and pedicures is something that has persisted as long as modern pedicures have existed. Most men are often afraid of steppin...

Don’t Fear Oil-based Face Products, Embrace Them

May 4, 2017

I know, I know, I know. The first thought that crosses your mind when you think of “oil-based” face products is a throwback to your 8th grade acne escapade...

Make a Statement in Bell Sleeves

April 27, 2017

From bell-shaped cuffs to structured short sleeves, spring is the season of statement tops and dresses. These types of garments can be found in a wide...

Weird Instagram Trends You Probably Should(n’t) Try

April 20, 2017

The fashion and beauty world is indefinitely geared toward ingenuity and pushing boundaries when it comes to trends and products, but some trends that ...

Men’s 2017 Hairstyle Trends: Just Ditch the Man Bun Already

April 6, 2017

A new year, or maybe a new month, is the perfect time to start talking about growth and change. With the start of April and the warm spring weather, it...

Online Shopping Addictions

March 13, 2017

Hi, my name is Colette and I have an online shopping addiction. These would be the words I would say if I was sitting in a group meeting at a 12-step pr...

Style Nest: Find the handbag of your spring and summer dreams

March 2, 2017

Last weekend while I was getting ready to leave work, the clasp that attaches my purse strap to my purse broke, sending my massive black bag filled wit...

Celebrate beauty and Size Inclusivity with the Ashley Graham x Swimsuits For All 2017 line

February 23, 2017

When Ashley Graham, plus size model and body activist, released her first Swimsuits for All collaboration in 2016, I was blown away by what she had incl...

Explore your Inner Fashion Designer with Covet Fashion

February 16, 2017

It’s week six of winter quarter, you know what that means. Midterms are approaching and you’re probably in desperate need of another excuse to put off s...